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Melbourne real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Melbourne real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Median sale price
$205K
+11%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$247K
+34%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
3
-57%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
5
+400%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
2
-50%
from Q2 '26
New listings
1
-80%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Melbourne
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Melbourne
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Melbourne
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Melbourne
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Melbourne
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Melbourne
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
15
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Melbourne is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market and only 1.3 months of supply available in this rolling three-month view through September 2026. With just 3 active listings and 5 homes sold, limited inventory is helping keep conditions tight for buyers.
Home values and listing prices have climbed sharply over the past year, contributing to this seller-leaning balance. The typical home value is about $205,000, up more than 40% year over year, while the median list price has risen even faster, increasing by more than 70% compared with the same period last year.
Activity patterns show a small but shifting market, where the number of homes sold is up dramatically compared with a year ago, yet new listings have fallen by roughly half in this rolling three-month window. Although only 20% of recent sales closed above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio has edged down slightly over the past year, buyers still face quick decisions with a median of 38 days on market and tight supply. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these evolving conditions can turn to Agent Pronto to connect with a Melbourne agent who understands the local numbers and dynamics.
Learn more about what Melbourne has to offer.
Melbourne offers a welcoming, tight-knit community with affordable living, solid schools, and easy access to parks and everyday amenities, supporting a comfortable, connected life for residents.
Melbourne offers small town living with straightforward access to larger job and shopping centers in Marshall County. Located between Marshalltown and the Des Moines metro, it appeals to residents who value short commutes, quiet streets, and practical daily convenience.
Daily life is centered around local institutions and nearby amenities. Families appreciate the West Marshall Community School District, which provides academics and activities in a close knit setting. Outdoor time is easy to find at Taylor Park in town, while additional trails, fields, and playgrounds lie just up the road in Marshalltown and Story County. Public services such as the Melbourne Public Library and city utilities keep routines straightforward and accessible.
For shopping, dining, and healthcare, residents often head to nearby corridors in Altoona or into the Des Moines area, then return home to quieter streets and open skies. Seasonal events and youth sports give newcomers easy ways to connect with neighbors and feel part of the community.
Whether you are weighing a move to Melbourne or planning to sell and relocate, working with a real estate agent who understands local taxes, school boundaries, and commuting patterns can remove a great deal of uncertainty. Agent Pronto connects buyers and sellers with experienced local professionals so each step from pricing to closing feels more manageable and less stressful.
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“He did an outstanding job for just starting in the business. He sold my house in under a month of being on the market. He then helped me search the surrounding area to find my current home.”
Realty One Group Realty One Movement
“As a first time buyer, I was nervous of what to expect from a realtor. Rob absolutely exceeded my expectations of real estate agents— from the first day we met I could tell he genuinely cared about the state of the homes we looked at. He got me an awesome basket of gifts on closing day filled with home essentials. Thank you Rob! You’re excellent!”
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
“Amazing!! Highly recommend!! Went above and beyond and really took the time to help us from start to finish. If you're looking for someone to help you with buying or selling don't hesitate to contact Jordan!”
RE/MAX Revolution
“Lacie was amazing throughout the whole buying experience as a first-time home owner. She made every effort to keep me informed during our buying process and shown her expertise when any questions arose. When there were some questions she couldn't answer she was able to defer me to the appriorate subject-matter expert whether it was an electrician for electrical questions/work to inspection questions. She was absolutely fantastic to work with and would highly recommend her to friends and family that are looking to buy/sell now and later! Thank you Lacie Shelby for working with my partner and I. Thank you even more for making our first home purchase worth it!”
Iowa Realty
“Wendy Beal was knowledgeable and very proffesional. Her familiarity of the Ankeny market and current trends were of great help in setting the strategy for selling our home. We would highly recommend Wendy Beal for anybody looking to buy or sell in central Iowa.”
Iowa Realty
“To whom it my concern, It is our immense pleasure to recommend Viola Salvato as a real estate agent for any individual or family searching for the ideal home. Viola had an initial meeting with us regarding our specific needs in a home as well as our budgetary limits. She is highly talented and immediately found us numerous listings of homes. She did not waste our time with homes that were not in line with our needs. Viola is a master with contract negotiation she came up with a deal that was good for us as well as making the seller happy. She knows the area like the back of her hand and there is nothing that escapes her attention when it comes to properties for sale in this area. We found Viola to be a highly attentive agent, almost as if we were her only customers, although we know that was not the case. She returned all phone calls and emails the same day. We never felt neglected or unimportant. She also is highly personable with an engaging personality. She is hands down the best!”
Iowa Realty
“Roger was very responsive to our house selling & buying needs. He also presented to us additional options on other properties to consider besides the ones we found of interest to your.”
Iowa Realty
“Amanda was the perfect realtor for us buying our first home! We wanted someone who would be honest with us and help us throughout the process and Amanda did all of that and more. She was easy to work with, a great communicator and negotiator, and she helped us find our first home quicker than we ever anticipated. I was worried it would be such a long & stressful process and even at the times it was stressful, Amanda made it an enjoyable experience. We highly recommend working with her if you're looking to buy or sell your home!”
Hunziker & Associates, REALTORS
“Agent Pronto gave me Toni Delfs name to help us find a home. She was a real delight to work with. She listened to our needs and wants, as well as what we did not want. We found our home and Toni was there to help with the whole process. She answered questions and was a wonderful bridge to all the people we dealt with along the way. Toni is the perfect person to help you find your next home and she gets the highest of marks for all her hard work. Thank you, Toni!”
Keller Williams Siouxland & Okoboji
“Toren was absolutely great with our home buying process. He is very knowledgeable when it comes to buying a new home. He was non-biased and gave us honest input, regardless of the condition of the home. He took our family into consideration, we have a one year old, and a small dog. Toren always kept that in mind when he was showing us a home. He was always flexible and found time for us, regardless of the situation. 10/10 would (and will) recommend him to any friend or family member that needs a realtor.”
Fathom Realty, LLC
“Julie really knows how to market a property and obtain a ton of exposure. She was extremely helpful and insightful in selling my house. She also really cares for her clients.”
Iowa Realty
Frequently Asked Questions
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There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Melbourne. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
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